06/11/2026
*WHO HAS THE FINAL SAY?*
Isaiah 46:10 "My purpose will stand, and I will do all that I please."
Life will often present situations that appear final. A doctor's report may speak. A financial challenge may speak. People may speak against you, lie against you, plan evil things against you. Circumstances and situations may seem to declare that your story is over. Some may even wish or declare you dead. But as children of God, we must remember one unshakable truth: *God has the final say.*
When Lazarus died and was placed in the tomb, everyone believed the situation was finished. But Jesus arrived and called him forth from the grave. Death spoke, but Jesus had the final say. I don't know who is declaring you dead, but onething I know, is that Jehova has the final say.
When Joseph was sold into slavery, falsely accused, and thrown into prison, it looked like his destiny had been destroyed. But God lifted him from the prison to the palace. Rejection spoke, but God had the final say. Even in that feeling of rejection today, God is still speaking. Do not give up. Do not lose hope. God has the final say.
When Goliath stood before Israel, he declared defeat and fear took over God's people. Yet David came in the name of the Lord and brought down the giant. The giant spoke first, but God had the final say. I don't know what voices are speaking over your life or situation, but i have come to tell you that God has the final say.
Even at Calvary, when Jesus was crucified and buried, it appeared that darkness had won. But on the third day, the stone was rolled away, and Christ rose in victory. The cross was not the end because God had the final say. That situation, that sickness, that hardship is not the end. God is still on your matter because Him alone, has the final say.
Today, whatever situation you are facing, remember that circumstances do not have the final say. Fear does not have the final say. Sickness does not have the final say. Your enemies do not have the final say. God has the final say. Therefore, do not give up. Do not lose hope. Do not allow the voices of men to drown out the voice of God. Stand firm on God's promises, trust His timing, and keep believing.
Philippians 1:6 reminds us that "He who began a good work in you will carry it on to completion."
May you leave today with this assurance: The God who started your journey will finish it, and His purpose for your life shall prevail.
Father, thank You because You have the final say over our lives. Every negative report, every evil prediction, and every contrary voice is subject to Your authority. Let Your purpose stand concerning us and our family. In Jesus' name, Amen. God bless you....*Dr Min Susan Teko*